Medical Office Assistant
CIP 510716
Certificate of Technical Studies
(CTS)
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Description
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Cost
Mission
and Program Description:
This program prepares individuals
to perform tasks related to the management of health
information. Students are prepared for positions as medical
transcribers, medical secretaries, medical file clerks, medical
receptionists, or medical office assistants. Strong emphasis is
placed on medical terminology and medical machine
transcription. In addition to these skills, office
communications, business computer applications, records
management, and office procedures are emphasized.
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Length of Program:
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35 Semester Credit Hours
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Education Requirements:
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Ability to Benefit - A High School Diploma or GED is
recommended for students seeking National Certification
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Spring 2008 Program Placement Score Chart (PDF) |
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CTS (Fall 07) |
COMPASS Scores: Read 70; Math 36;
Engl./Writ. 33
ACT Scores: Read 15; Math 16; Engl./Writ.
14
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Approximate Total Cost of Books and Supplies:
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Contact the Student Affairs Office of the campus of your
choice
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Licensure/Certification:
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Nationally Registered Certified Adm. Health Assistant
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The objectives of the Medical Office Assistant program are to
enable students to:
- Gain a working use of terminology, skill, and attitude
for successful clerical employment in a medical office.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of computer and
keyboarding applications
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills in medical machine
transcriptions.
- Apply English principles to various communications
- Demonstrate a working knowledge in office procedures and
records management.
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EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITIES
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COST
An application or re-application
fee and a testing fee per component are charged for each Application
for Admission submitted.
Tuition is paid by the semester.
(SEE - Tuition and Fees) Students
are also required to purchase books and supplies separately. Contact
your host campus for a complete projected cost of this program.
The college accepts cash, personal
and company checks, MasterCard or Visa for all fees. A percentage
of tuition and fees are refundable up to the tenth day of instruction.
No refund will be made after the tenth day.
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